What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 6h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swadlincote?

The distance between Cardiff and Swadlincote is 148 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Swadlincote without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £28 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote, including transfers.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swadlincote?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £28 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 6h 18m.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swadlincote?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swadlincote is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Cardiff to Swadlincote.

Where can I stay near Swadlincote?

There are 851+ hotels available in Swadlincote.

Cardiff to Swadlincote - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Burton-on-TrentCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 14m
£28–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
6h 18m
£14–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Burton-on-TrentBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
4h 35m
£22–66
Drive 139.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swadlincote139.3 mi
2h 26m
£35–51

Cardiff to Swadlincote by train and bus

91Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Swadlincote.

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Distance: 146.8 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Swadlincote, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Burton-on-Trent hourly. Tickets cost £26–100 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St hourly. Tickets cost £8–29 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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